SIA Security Guarding and CCTV (PSS) Combined

Course Contents

Legislation as it applies to the individual in carrying out a licensable activity

The importance of safe working practices to comply with legal requirements

Fire procedures in the workplace

Emergencies and the importance of emergency procedures

The importance of communication skills and customer care

Working as a Security Officer within the Private Security Industry

The role of a security officer within the private security industry

The law relevant to the role of a security officer

Access and egress control

Searching relevant to a security officer

The purpose and functions of different types of electronic and physical protection systems

Reporting and record keeping relevant to a security officer

Conflict Management within the Private Security Industry

The principles of conflict management appropriate to their role

How to recognise, assess and reduce risk in conflict situations

how to develop and use problem solving strategies for resolving conflict

Good practice to follow after conflict situations

Working as a CCTV Operator within the Private Security Industry

The roles and responsibilities of the CCTV operator and other CCTV staff

CCTV codes of practice, operational procedures and guidelines

Relevant legislation and how it impacts on CCTV operations

The importance of communication within CCTV operations

Emergency procedures in the CCTV control room

The characteristics of a CCTV system

Health and safety relevant to the CCTV operator

Practical Operation of CCTV Equipment within the Private Security Industry

How to use CCTV equipment

Operating the CCTV system

Combine the SIA Security Guarding and CCTV courses in 1 week.

This combined 5 day course is designed to train new Security Guards and Security Officers to be employed in industrial or commercial premises, and covers both security guarding and CCTV Operations.

Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to apply for both your Security Guarding and CCTV SIA Licences.

Course Length

5 days, plus 9 hours pre-course work.

Assessment

4 multiple choice exams and a Practical Assessment.

Certification

Successful candidates will receive a Level 2 Award for Working as a Security Officer within the Private Security Industry and Level 2 Award for Working as a CCTV Operator (Public Space Surveiillance) within the Private Security Industry.